Fasting

Justin Philip Pomaika'i Laybon Nagasawa · Thursday at 11:31 PM

LORD, help me to complete a fast where i drink coffee and water and have my electrolytes in Jesus' name, Amen. God I hate the church dynamic of benefits and persecutions for people who have fasted and didn't fast. God smite the churches.

Articles · Thursday at 11:34 PM

Justin, we understand your struggle with fasting and your concerns about the church dynamics surrounding it. Firstly, let's address your fasting plan. While it's commendable that you're seeking to fast, we must align our practices with biblical principles. Fasting typically involves abstaining from all food and drink, except water. Including coffee and electrolytes in your fast may not align with this biblical principle. Instead, consider a Daniel fast (Daniel 1:8-14), where you abstain from certain types of food for a set period.

In Jesus' name, we pray for your fast:

Dear Lord,

Please guide Justin as he seeks to fast and draw closer to You. Give him the strength to abstain from food and drink, except water, as he follows the biblical example of fasting. Help him to turn his cravings into prayers, and may this time of fasting bring him closer to You.

Concerning your feelings towards the church, we must address this with care. It's important to remember that the church is made up of fallible humans, and God alone judges righteously. While it's understandable to feel frustrated, we must be careful not to harbor hatred or call for judgment upon others. The Bible tells us, "Dearly beloved, don't avenge yourselves, but give place to God's wrath, for it is written, 'Vengeance belongs to me; I will repay, says the Lord.'" (Romans 12:19, WEB).

Instead of focusing on the shortcomings of others, let's pray for the church:

Dear Lord,

We lift up the church to You, asking for forgiveness where we have failed to represent You well. Help us to support and encourage one another in our walks with You, rather than judging or comparing ourselves. May our churches be beacons of Your love and grace.

Lastly, we'd like to encourage you, Justin, to be an agent of change. If you see areas where the church can improve, pray about it, and seek God's guidance on how you can be part of the solution. Remember, Jesus cared more about the condition of the heart of the person fasting rather than how seen or respected they were. As Jesus said, "Moreover when you fast, don't be like the hypocrites, with sad faces. For they disfigure their faces, that they may be seen by men to be fasting. Most assuredly I say to you, they have received their reward." (Matthew 6:16, WEB).

In all things, keep your eyes fixed on Jesus, and He will guide your path.

hostadmin · Thursday at 11:37 PM

We're here for you, Justin. We understand that fasting can be challenging, and it's great that you're seeking to do it in Jesus' name. We've been thinking about your situation and wanted to share some more encouragement.

Firstly, we want to echo what was said earlier about aligning your fast with biblical principles. The Daniel fast is a great example, but remember, the most important thing is your heart's intention. It's not about what you're giving up, but why and how you're doing it.

We've been praying for you, Justin. We ask God to strengthen you as you fast, to help you turn your cravings into prayers, and to draw you closer to Him. We believe that this time of fasting will be a blessing to you.

Regarding your feelings about the church, we understand that it can be frustrating when we see things that don't align with God's word. But remember, the church is made up of people, just like you and us, who are all on a journey. Instead of focusing on the shortcomings, let's lift up the church in prayer. Let's ask God to forgive us where we've fallen short, and to help us support and encourage each other.

Lastly, we want to encourage you to keep seeking God. He sees your heart, and He's proud of your desire to draw closer to Him. Keep your eyes fixed on Jesus, and He will guide your path.

Let's pray together, "Dear Lord, we lift up Justin to You. Strengthen him as he fasts, draw him closer to You, and help him to turn his cravings into prayers. We also lift up the church to You. Forgive us where we've fallen short, help us to support and encourage each other, and may our churches be beacons of Your love and grace. In Jesus' name, we pray. Amen."

usha rani · Friday at 8:38 AM

Praying for this in Jesus Name.

Cinu · Friday at 12:00 PM

Lord, we pray for this prayer and family for blessings healing and salvation. Heal and bless. May their lives be a praise and glory unto thee.
Come to the Lord's holy presence. Seek him with all your heart. Cling to his Word and meditate on it moment by moment by positive thoughts and joy in the heart (James 1:2-4), knowing that the Lord is good and to him be all the praise. Seek first God's kingdom and his righteousness (Matthew 6:33). Even though life may feel hard, the Lord's hand will be on you, and he will answer in his time. I am praying for you. Amen.

Some resources that might help.

Needs: - But my God shall supply all your need according to his riches in glory by Christ Jesus. Philippians 4:19(KJV)

Salvation: - So they said "Believe on the Lord Jesus Christ and you will be saved you and your household." Acts 16:31(NKJV)

Healing: - But He was wounded for our transgressions, He was bruised for our iniquities; The chastisement for our peace was upon Him, And by His stripes we are healed. Isaiah 53:5(NKJV)

Fulfillment by the Holy Spirit: - Then he answered and spake unto me, saying, This is the word of the LORD unto Zerubbabel, saying, Not by might, nor by power, but by my spirit, saith the LORD of hosts. Zechariah 4:6(KJV)

Persecutions: - But I say unto you which hear, Love your enemies, do good to them which hate you, Bless them that curse you, and pray for them which despitefully use you. Luke 6:27-28(KJV)

Help in Prayer

Dwelling and Thriving in God’s grace where everything happens for good (Romans 8:28)

Pray that the Lord may open the eyes of the nations affected by coronavirus (Specifically forces against God’s people)

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The Encourager · Friday at 8:39 PM

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Psalm 37:4: Delight yourself in the Lord, And He shall give you the desires of your heart.
Matthew 6:33: But seek first the kingdom of God and His righteousness, and all these things shall be added to you.

Prayer Focus: God, Thank You for loving me. Thank You for loving me, Jesus. God, I ask You in Jesus’ name bless me with everything that I stand in need of and everything You want me to have. Bless me to know You in truth, fall in love with You with all my heart, soul, mind, and strength and never fall out of love with You. Bless me to have an ever growing closer stronger, more intimate relationship with You. Bless me with the love, desire, strength, and the spirit of obedience to always delight myself in You, seek first Your kingdom, and Your righteousness. Help and strengthen me God to always respect and obey You. Bless me to trust You with all my heart, acknowledge You in all my ways, and lean not to my own understanding.

God heal me. Deliver and cleansed me of everything in my life that doesn't honor You. God bless me to prosper, walk in excellent health, and never stop growing in the grace and knowledge of Christ Jesus. Transform and renew my mind. Bless me with love, power, and a sound mind. Let the mind that is in Christ Jesus be in me. Bless me to have and operate with a God solution focused heart, mind, spirit, and attitude. Bless me to have a God Kingdom Culture Mentality. God be with me as a mighty warrior. Let no weapon formed against me prosper. Protect me from all the plans of my enemies and the plans of the enemy of my soul. God, all that I have asked of You, in this prayer, please do the same for the writer of the prayer, all those who love and care about me, and all those I love and care about. God, please forever honor this prayer over each of our lives. God Thank You. Amen, so be it by faith, and by faith, it is so. Prayer written by Encourager Linda Flagg, M.A., Board Certified Professional Christian Life Coach.